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Michigan DNR reports over 96% occupancy at state parks, campgrounds over 4th of July weekend Michigan DNR reports over 96% occupancy at state parks, campgrounds over Fourth of July weekend and last updated 2021-07-05 16:45:07-04 KALAMAZOO, Mich. — State parks and campgrounds were at high capacity rates over the Fourth of July weekend with local visitors and even people traveling from other states. The Michigan DNR said it saw a high record of people enjoying the state parks for the holiday...

Michigan DNR says campgrounds in state parks are over 95% full for Fourth of July weekend Michigan DNR says campgrounds in state parks are over 95% full for Fourth of July weekend Replay Video UP NEXT Lodging and camping reservations at state parks surpassed previous years as locals and out-of-town visitors flocked to state campgrounds for the Fourth of July weekend. It was the first holiday weekend since Michigan relaxed restrictions on June 22, 2021 and people who camped out at Fort Custer S...

Great Lakes beach safety is key to state park visits Compiled by Colin Merry  , cmerry@pioneergroup.com    June 15, 2021 FacebookTwitterEmail Red flag systems and other measures to warn people of the dangers of high wind and waves at beaches and breakwalls in state parks have been put in place, including a new red flag system and gate at Holland State Park. (Courtesy Photo) LANSING — As the summer heats up and people begin flocking to Great Lakes beaches, the Michigan Department of Natur...

Now that warmer weather is (finally) here, residents and tourists of the state will be looking at various campgrounds to settle in to experience the great outdoors.

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Michigan DNR dealing with a seasonal worker shortage file photo and last updated 2021-05-25 15:54:23-04 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Memorial Day is right around the corner, and that means more people will be heading out to our state parks. There are more than 100 state parks in Michigan, 20 of which are in west Michigan. FOX 17 The parks average about 28 million people each year. But the DNR says its dealing with a shortage of seasonal workers and is asking people to do their part to keep our pa...

Michigan State Parks Dealing with Worker Shortage, Pick Up After Yourself As we gear up for the Memorial Day weekend, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is trying to prepare for the surge of tourism and activity at state parks. Normally, it wouldnt be an issue or the topic of discussion but this year theyre asking that you pick up after yourself while spending time at Michigans parks. According to ABC 12, a shortage of short-term and seasonal workers at over 100 sites in the Michigan ...

MI State Parks Dealing with Worker Shortage, Pick Up After Yourself As we gear up for the Memorial Day weekend, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is trying to prepare for the surge of tourism and activity at state parks. Normally, it wouldnt be an issue or the topic of discussion but this year theyre asking that you pick up after yourself while spending time at Michigans parks. According to ABC 12, a shortage of short-term and seasonal workers at over 100 sites in the Michigan State ...